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#3 2016 Louisville Slugger Z4 Slowpitch Softball Bat

One of the few composite bats to use a revolutionary 3-piece design, the Slugger Z4 is one of the best shock-reducing slowpitch bats to ever hit the market.

Using their unique TRU3 tech that reduced vibrations as they travel from the three different parts of the handle, this softball bat is also end-loaded to help deliver the maximum amount of force possible on a swing.

It’s also one of the few Lousiville Sluggers that have been approved for use in the ASA, making them extremely difficult to find nowadays.

It’s been praised for being hot right out of the box, needing little to no breaking in to use effectively. Perfect for professionals and beginners alike.

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#1 DeMarini 2017 Vendetta (-12) Fastpitch Bat

Again, DeMarini’s Vendetta proves that when it comes to feel, there are very few bats that hold up to a classic DeMarini.

The Vendetta is one of the most responsive bats on the market, virtually eliminating vibration while increasing responsiveness upon ball contact.

It’s one of the best mid-tier slowpitch softball bats and is quite popular with young professionals.

While the power output of this particular bat isn’t as strong as the other models, it has one of the smoothest swings of its peers.

Combined with the low swing weight, the Vendetta is one of the best bats you can currently get.

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3Fusion System

Paraflex composite barrel

RCK Knob

Conclusion

And there you have it: ten ASA-certified softball bats.

There’s something for everyone depending on their experience and playing style. Some bats perform better in some areas than others—and that’s perfectly fine, it’s all about finding that one perfect fit.

Whether you’re looking for a slowpitch or fastpitch softball bat, always keep in mind these select few that have managed to prove themselves time and time again with their quality and innovation when it comes to the game.

Because if you’re taking the sport seriously, you’ll always want the best that equipment can provide.

The sheer amount of varieties and choices will mean that you’ll need to take some time to figure out which bat is best for you—but just like the bats on this list, breaking in bats will most likely guarantee the kind of quality, feel, and power that you’ll be looking for with every swing.

It’s rare that you’ll be able to be as hot as some of these bats right off the box and fresh on the plate, but there’s no rule stating that you can’t try.